Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ ‘Top 10 Special Event Cruises’ in 2017/18

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has released its ‘Top Ten Special Event Cruises’ for 2017/18, all of which showcase its commitment to offering cruise guests ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ experiences! From the colourful Rio Carnival, the lively atmosphere of the Seville Fair to Norway’s National Day in Stavanger, Fred. Olsen has a host of unique cruise holidays that are sure to suit even the most discerning traveller.

Fred. Olsen’s ‘Top Ten Special Event Cruises’ for 2017/18 are:

1. Balmoral’s eight-night L1706 ‘King’s Day Celebrations in Amsterdam’ cruise, ex Dover on 22^nd April 2017. Prices start from £799 per person.

Enjoy the annual Kings Day celebrations in Amsterdam, where the streets will be alive with locals and tourists enjoying the festivities and wearing their national colour, orange.

For further information: http://www.fredolsencruises.com/places-we-visit/cruise-holiday/cities-and-waterways-of-europe-l1706?referrer=7&isback=1

2. Braemar’s 14-night M1710 ‘Rivers of Spain & France with the Seville Fair’ cruise, ex Southampton on 28^th April 2017. Prices start from £1,499 per person.

Be part of Seville’s most important event, the Seville Fair – take a horse drawn carriage through the festivities and watch the colourful displays of dance and theatre.

For further information: http://www.fredolsencruises.com/places-we-visit/cruise-holiday/rivers-of-spain-and-france-m1710?referrer=7&isback=1

3. Balmoral’s nine-night L1709 ‘Scenic Fjords & Norway National Day’ cruise, ex Dover on 15^th May 2017. Prices start from £999 per person.

Be immersed in Norwegian tradition on a visit to Stavanger for Norway’s National Day, with live music, locals in traditional dress, flag-waving and a chance to taste local delicacies.

For further information: http://www.fredolsencruises.com/places-we-visit/cruise-holiday/scenic-norway-and-celebrations-l1709?referrer=7&isback=1

4. Black Watch’s 16-night W1705 ‘Sun, Sea and Monaco Grand Prix’ cruise, ex Southampton on 19^th May 2017. Prices start from £1,999 per person.

Take in the undisputed jewel in the Formula One crown – the Monaco Grand Prix, plus, with two full days in Nice, there is also the chance to watch the qualifying round too!

For further information: http://www.fredolsencruises.com/places-we-visit/cruise-holiday/sun-sea-and-monaco-grand-prix-w1705?referrer=7&isback=1

5. Boudicca’s 26-night D1713 ‘Bermuda & the America’s Cup’ cruise, ex Liverpool on 9^th June 2017. Prices start from £3,199 per person.

Working with the preferred tour provider, enjoy a host of shore and ship-based festivities to get in the America’s Cup spirit, ahead of two full days to watch the races.

For further information: http://www.fredolsencruises.com/places-we-visit/cruise-holiday/bermuda-and-the-azores-d1713?referrer=7&isback=1

6. Black Watch’s nine-night W1708 ‘German Waterways & Kiel Week’ cruise, ex Dover on 21^st June 2017. Prices start from £1,299 per person.

Be part of one of the world’s largest sailing events, Kielerwoche (Kiel Week); relax by the harbour, admiring the boats and sampling traditional German food, drink and entertainment.

For further information: http://www.fredolsencruises.com/places-we-visit/cruise-holiday/german-waterways-and-kiel-week-w1708?referrer=7&isback=1

7. Braemar’s 10-night M1718 ‘Tall Ships and Cultural Trips’ cruise, ex Southampton on 26^th July 2017. Prices start from £1,299 per person.

Enjoy the jovial atmosphere and admire over hundred classic sailing vessels at the Tall Ships’ Races spectacular regatta, which has been held annually since 1956, on a visit to Klaipeda in the Baltic.

For further information: http://www.fredolsencruises.com/places-we-visit/cruise-holiday/tall-ships-and-cultural-trips-m1718?referrer=7&isback=1

8. Braemar’s 10-night M1722 ‘The Braemar Highland Games’ cruise, ex Southampton on 29^th August 2017. Prices start from £1,299 per person.

Take advantage of an extended stay in Dundee in Scotland to see the famous Braemar Highland Games, which are attended each year by the Queen and Prince Phillip.

For further information: http://www.fredolsencruises.com/places-we-visit/cruise-holiday/the-braemar-highland-games-m1722?referrer=7&isback=1

9. Balmoral’s 16-night L1728 ‘Canaries Christmas & Funchal Fireworks’ cruise, ex Southampton on 21^st December 2017. Prices start from £1,999 per person.

Enjoy a festive atmosphere on board this Christmas and New Year sailing, arriving in Funchal in Madeira for the impressive firework display to see 2018, in style!

For further information: http://www.fredolsencruises.com/places-we-visit/cruise-holiday/canaries-christmas-and-funchal-fireworks-l1728?referrer=7&isback=1

10. Balmoral’s 46-night L1803 ‘Rio Carnival & River Plate’ ‘Grand Voyage’, ex Southampton on 23^rd January 2018. Prices start from £4,399 per person.

Take in the euphoric atmosphere of the world-famous Rio Carnival with four days in the city to soak up the samba beats, vibrant parades, brightly coloured floats and thrilling performances.

For further information: http://www.fredolsencruises.com/places-we-visit/cruise-holiday/rio-carnival-and-river-plate-l1803?referrer=7&isback=1

All prices include accommodation, all meals and entertainment on board, and port taxes.

For further information on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, visit the website at www.fredolsencruises.com Book online, call Reservations on 0800 0355 242 (Monday – Friday, 8am – 8pm; Saturday, 9am – 5pm; Sunday, 10am – 4pm), or visit an ABTA travel agent.

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